According to SF Gate, the College Football Championship dashed ESPN's hopes of high overnight ratings.<br />Although the national championship between the Clemson Tigers and the Alabama Crimson Tide proved to be an exciting, though lopsided game; the ratings took a dive as Clemson's lead expanded.<br />In metered markets across the US, the game pulled in a 14.6 rating, but it suffered a 13-percent drop during the broadcast.<br />Earlier on, Clemson and Alabama were trading scores, but that changed by halftime. <br />
